different fibers and each one requires a different method of cleaning. The most popular Berber today that has all the cleaning problems is made of Olefin. The best way to clean this type of Berber carpet is to use hot water extraction. The biggest complaint is that it turns grayish, yellowish or brownish after cleaning. If you drag a heavy piece of furniture across it, the Berber will have scorch marks left on it, which are impossible to remove. Any oil based stains bond to olefin and become permanent. The only way to make olefin Berber carpets restore to a clean condition is to use cleaning solution with a high PH. This usually means the carpet will get dirty faster.
Nylon Berber carpet is a good choice for those looking for the elegance of Berber carpeting without the expense of wool Berber carpet. It holds up to stains and traffic better than olefin fibers. The first reason is that it resists stains, mold, and mildew. By cleaning a stain to as soon as possible when it happens, it will most likely come out with very little work. It is also crush resistant, which is great for high traffic areas. The best method of cleaning the nylon Berber is a low moisture cleaning method. This will generate better results and the carpets are dry very quickly.
If your budget can handle the cost of wool Berber, you will be thrilled with the performance. Wool as naturally occurring stain resistant and wear resistant qualities that are not found in synthetic carpets. You need to use very low moisture methods of cleaning with wool Berber carpets but they clean extremely well.
With the many choices of Berber on the market today and with a proper cleaning and maintenance program, you will enjoy the benefit of Berber carpets for many years.
Calley
live in a rental house. The carpets are getting stained quickly and we need to find a reputable carpet cleaning service that is also affordable. Also, if you have ever had your carpet cleaned please let me know who did it and if it really works on removing tough stains.
I am located in southern us. I was also wondering how long does the carpet stay clean after cleaning if we are really careful on it and do any stains usually come back?
Everyone, thank you for giving me such great answers so far.
Thelma